Fashion knows no bounds — and neither do these prices. American trendsetters have fallen in love with fast-fashion brands like Zara, Mango and River Island for their stylish and relatively affordable options. But lately, many US customers are feeling the tariff pinch as these stores are hiking up prices by sometimes astronomical amounts. However, the…
Art by Cara Tang Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. A person’s style is often a defining characteristic of how you picture them. The kinds of clothes they wear, the choices between a graphic or non-graphic tee…
Fashion meets beauty — again. As concerns over the state of the global economy continue to rise and companies see profits squeezed, in part because of tariffs, fashion and traditional apparel brands are once again leaning into the trusty beauty sector, even as that, too, is starting to show cracks. For the brands in question,…
Published on: Aug 06, 2025 04:44 pm IST The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said it took action after it received a complaint about the ads, which were listed on Zara’s website in May. Britain’s advertising regulator on Wednesday banned two adverts by Spanish clothing group Zara for featuring models that appeared “unhealthily thin”, calling the…
Translated by Nicola Mira Published August 1, 2025 The French Fashion Institute (IFM) has reported disappointing results for the four-week summer sales period in France, which ended on July 15. Sales by French apparel retailers fell 2.7% during the period, in comparison with the 2024 summer sales. Shutterstock “Apart from department stores and budget chains,…
Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published July 9, 2025 As part of its ongoing leadership reshuffle, Mango has appointed Eva Gallego as global director of its women’s category. She will succeed Luis Maseres, who is stepping down after 11 years with the company. Gallego will officially take over in September and report to product director…
The French Senate has approved a new legislation that puts strict rules on ultra-fast fashion brands like SHEIN and Temu. This bill bans ads for brands that harm the environment and fines those that don’t follow sustainability rules. The goal is to push the fashion industry toward more eco-friendly practices with lower carbon footprint, aiming…
PARIS — As major brands scale back their sustainability initiatives, France is pressing ahead with legislation aimed at reining in “ultra-fast fashion” platforms such as Shein and Temu, known for their extremely low-cost clothing. The bill, introduced by Anne-Cécile Violland, a member of parliament from the Horizons party, passed the Senate one year after clearing…
E-tail giant Very has become the latest major name to add to its fashion offer with a ‘boutique’ range. And this is more than just an elevated-but-small launch. Instead it’s introducing over 100 individual product lines across a number of premium brands, including Elliatt, Castañer and Vivere and the retailer said the new range “offers…
Linda! Naomi! Christy! The original supermodels plus many more stepped in front of Steven Meisel’s camera to commemorate Zara’s 50th Anniversary. To celebrate the milestone, the brand has also released a 128-piece collection, including tailored suiting and elevated basics, which retail from $26 to $459. Ned Rogers Since Amancio Ortega opened the first store in…